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Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants
Funding for Sheridan College staff and faculty projects
Latest source updateLast Update: September 23, 2026Latest change: The grant application cycle shifted to Fall 2026, with updated due and review dates and a later project completion deadline.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 23, 2026
Latest change: The grant application cycle shifted to Fall 2026, with updated due and review dates and a later project completion deadline.
Faculty Staff Grants moved to Fall 2026
The Faculty/Staff Grant Application now shows the Fall 2026 cycle instead of the Spring 2026 cycle. The application date was updated to September 23, 2026, the project completion deadline moved to May 31, 2027, and the approval routing changed from the vice president of academic affairs to the president. The review path now shows a President review due September 14, 2026 and a Foundation Director due September 18, 2026.
Funding available
$ 3,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $3,000 in funding for faculty and staff projects that support Sheridan College’s strategic plan. It supports innovation, opportunity, and activities such as enrichment, curriculum improvement, equipment, student services, and professional development.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Workshops, guest speakers, and enrichment activities
- Course and program improvements
- Innovative teaching techniques and instructional materials
- Student services, learning environment, and job placement improvements
- Professional development and student recruitment or retention activities
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Project narrative
- Project budget
- Budget narrative
- Supporting files, if any
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Faculty members at Sheridan College
- Staff members at Sheridan College
- Applicants from Sheridan College in Johnson County
Who is not eligible
- Individuals who are not Sheridan College faculty or staff
- Projects already covered by the Sheridan College budget
Eligible expenses
- Salaries and staff stipends
- Travel expenses related to the project
- Contractual or consultant fees
- Licenses or certifications
- Marketing, publication, production, and dissemination costs
- Computer services and other direct expenses
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects already supported by the Sheridan College budget
- Amounts above the $3,000 grant maximum
Eligible geographic areas
- Sheridan College
- Sheridan College in Johnson County
Selection criteria
- Alignment with the Sheridan College strategic plan
- Innovation and opportunity value
- Need for support beyond the college budget
- Project sustainability through other funding sources
How to apply
- Submit the electronic application form.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through several approval stages, including supervisor, SALT, VPAA, and Foundation review.
- Applicants receive an electronic acknowledgement after submission.
- If the request is denied at a review stage, comments must be provided.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed through multiple approval levels.
- Applicants must pursue other funding sources if the project is successful.
- An electronic acknowledgement is sent after submission.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants Program
What is the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants?
This program provides up to $3,000 in funding for faculty and staff projects that support Sheridan College’s strategic plan. It supports innovation, opportunity, and activities such as enrichment, curriculum improvement, equipment, student services, and professional development.
How much funding can be received?
Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants program?
To be eligible for the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants program, you must:
Sheridan College faculty or staff
Project supports strategic plan
Not covered by college budget
What expenses are eligible under Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants?
Workshops, guest speakers, and enrichment activities
Course and program improvements
Innovative teaching techniques and instructional materials
Student services, learning environment, and job placement improvements
Professional development and student recruitment or retention activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants?
You can contact Sheridan College Foundation.
Where is the Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants available?
The Faculty Staff and Opportunity Grants program is available the province of Ontario.